Hello World! Welcome Friends! Digging a hole in the garden or any other terrain is hard work. That’s why diggers have been in existence since 1882! Of course, it’s not practical to buy or even rent a digger for everything you do. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t get a bit of mechanical help, you simply need to choose the right garden auger system.
The Basics – Motorization
It is possible to get an auger that turns by hand and digs into the soil. These are good for soft soil when you’re looking to make comparatively small holes. However, the moment the soil becomes tougher or changes to a different material, you’re going to want something with a bit more kick.
That’s one of the major differences between rock augers and smaller soil augers. They are motorized. Smaller versions can be added to a standard power drill that will push the auger into the ground in the same way it would drill a hole in the wall.
Larger augers come with their own powerhead, ensuring they have the power they need to do the job.
You need to consider what you are drilling into to help you choose the most appropriate auger. The tougher the surface the more powerful the power head will need to be.
If you opt for one that goes on your drill make sure the auger is compatible with your drill!
Sizing
You’ve probably already realized that augers come in an array of sizes, you simply choose the one that creates the hole size you need. The same is true regardless of whether you are dealing with rock or soil, think about the hole you are trying to create and this will help you decide which auger you need and which power system.
Consider the Weight
No auger should weigh more than about six pounds. That’s because you’re going to have to hold the weight of it and the drill or power head. Anything heavier than this is likely to be tiring. That won’t just slow down your home production, it will also make it more likely that your holes are not straight.
Of course, you may be able to handle a heavier auger if you have a friend helping. But, make sure they will be there for the entire duration. If they aren’t you are renting or buying an auger you won’t be able to use it properly.
Terrain
Naturally, you must also think about the terrain you are digging. Most gardens have top soil and a soil auger will be sufficient. But, if you are going deeper do you know if you will hit clay or rock? Make sure you assess this first so that you have the garden auger moist suited to your needs.
As always, when you start, do a test hole first. This will ensure you are comfortable with the auger and haven’t damaged the area you really want to dig in.
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